Presses, crushers and similar machinery; parts, used in the manufacture of wine, cider, fruit juices or similar beverages

HS code 843590 covers a range of machinery and equipment used in the production of beverages such as wine, cider, and fruit juices. This industry plays a vital role in the global food and beverage sector, providing the necessary tools and technology for the processing and extraction of various fruit and plant-based liquids. The machinery covered under this code is essential for the efficient and high-quality production of these popular consumer goods, which are in high demand worldwide.

The main production techniques involved in this industry include pressing, crushing, and similar mechanical processes. These machines are used to extract the liquid content from fruits, grapes, and other plant materials, often as the first step in the beverage production process. The specific design and functionality of the equipment can vary depending on the type of beverage being produced, the scale of the operation, and the desired level of automation.

The key inputs required for the machinery and equipment covered under HS code 843590 include various metal components, such as steel and aluminum, as well as electrical and electronic parts for the control systems. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized engineering and design expertise to develop the necessary machinery and ensure its efficient and effective operation. 842119 Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases and 842481 Mechanical appliances for projecting, dispersing, or spraying liquids or powders; fire extinguishers, whether or not charged; spray guns and similar appliances; steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines are examples of other HS codes that may provide inputs to this industry.

The primary outputs of the machinery and equipment covered under HS code 843590 are the various types of beverages, including wine, cider, fruit juices, and other similar liquid products. These outputs are then consumed by 220410 Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading 2009, 220600 (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included), and 200980 Juice of any other single fruit or vegetable, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter industries, among others.